Employee benefits have become a key part of the hiring and retention of employees in today’s hiring market. There is increased stress on compensation as demand for higher salaries and pay rates come from potential hires and the existing workforce. An employer’s willingness to put the time and effort into…

We’re all familiar with Valentine’s Day—the day for love, thoughtfulness, and meaningful gifts. From flowers and chocolates to heartfelt cards and, of course, fine jewelry, these items often carry both emotional and financial value. Now it’s time to get practical. If you’ve recently purchased—or received—a significant gift, it’s important to…

Transparency is about making things easy to understand. For many, the U.S. healthcare system is anything but easy to understand. From high costs to a lack of care continuity, navigating the system can be tricky.        The idea of “healthcare transparency” has been floated in recent years as a potential solution to the confusion. The thought is that making information about healthcare costs and treatment outcomes more accessible will help stakeholders, such as members and employers, make smarter healthcare…

Now that more seasonal temperatures have set in, it’s time to think about frozen pipes, which can cause a lot of headaches and even significant damage. Here are some tips to help prevent a loss and alleviate the damages. Prevention Keep the heat up. Winter is not the time to…

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Hear what our employee-owners have to say about Oswald’s commitment to community.  

As business owners and executives approach their health benefits renewal period, there is no escape from the uncertainty in the health insurance market. Several of the largest insurers in the U.S. have withdrawn or reduced their earnings guidance for 2025 after underestimating trends in medical care.   Given the unpredictability in…

Smoke alarms play a crucial role in safeguarding our homes and workplaces. Around 60% of fire-related fatalities occur in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms present. Their importance is the focus of this year’s Fire Prevention Week, observed Oct. 6-12, “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work…

In 2022, a child’s life was saved simply because a door was shut when a fire broke out, giving rescue teams time to reach him. Closed doors block fire and smoke and can stop the flow of oxygen, which fuels a fire. For those reasons, maintaining fire doors to keep…

Nonprofits are the heart of our communities, and today we celebrate their incredible work. At Oswald, we’re committed to our community and giving back. We serve to inspire, and we have a shared commitment to continually lead, share and grow. We know that by strengthening communities we create opportunities for…

The senior living industry is evolving rapidly, with providers expanding their services, acquiring new campuses, and caring for increasingly diverse populations. With this growth comes a more complex risk environment that involves integrating clinical care, property management, staffing, cybersecurity and insurance to work toward safety, continuity and long-term resilience. Here…